Welcome to the Online Programming Course organized by Armstrong Computers College | Armstrong IT Training & Software Hub. The first lesson of this course is the Orientation Session. Here, participants will be introduced to:- The structure of the course and what to expect in each module.The languages to be studied (QBasic, C++, Python & JavaScript).The duration, schedule, and cost model of the program.The importance of programming in today’s digital world.How to access support, WhatsApp group discussions, and course materials. This session is meant to help you settle in, understand the roadmap, and get motivated for the learning journey ahead.
In this module, we continue our journey into programming by introducing one of the earliest and most widely used beginner-friendly programming languages: QBasic. This curriculum is designed to help participants understand the fundamental principles of programming using QBasic as a foundation. By the end of this module, you will be able to write, run, and debug simple programs while also learning the logical thinking skills necessary to advance into modern programming languages.
In this lesson, we dive deeper into QBasic fundamentals by understanding Variables and Modes in QBasic. Participants will explore:
🔹 Variables in QBasic: What they are, why they matter, and how they store data in memory.
🔹 QBasic Data Types: Constant (Numeric & Alphanumeric/String) and Variable (Numeric & Alphanumeric).
🔹 Types of Variables: Practical examples of Numeric Variables for calculations and Alphanumeric Variables (String Variables) for text.
🔹 Types of Mode in QBasic: Direct Mode (quick calculations & single-line instructions) and Program Mode (structured program with line numbers).
Participants will write QBasic commands in Direct Mode (e.g., PRINT 3+4) and test them.
Then, they’ll build simple programs in Program Mode using line numbers and the RUN command.
Each example will help reinforce the difference between how QBasic handles instant execution and stored programs.
The lesson note and accompanying video will guide participants step by step. Don’t forget to download the slides and practice along.